Cheryl Studer, the renowned soprano, presents a captivating collection of classical masterpieces in her album "Tune Your Brain." Released on January 1, 1997, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon (DG) label, this album spans a diverse range of genres within the classical realm, including opera and orchestral works. Collaborating with the London Symphony Orchestra, Studer delivers a performance that showcases her exceptional vocal prowess and artistic versatility.
The album features a meticulously curated tracklist that includes iconic compositions such as Schubert's "Ave Maria," Holst's "The Planets," and Debussy's "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune." Each piece is performed with Studer's signature elegance and precision, offering listeners a rich and immersive musical experience. The duration of the album is 1 hour and 11 minutes, providing a concise yet comprehensive journey through some of the most celebrated works in classical music.
"Tune Your Brain" is not just a compilation of songs but a testament to Cheryl Studer's artistic brilliance. Her ability to interpret and convey the depth of each composition is evident throughout the album, making it a standout addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you are a long-time admirer of Cheryl Studer or a newcomer to her work, this album promises to be a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Misa mozárabe: Praelegendum - Tractus - Ad confractionemAnonymous, Coro de Monjes de la Abadía de Santo Domingo de Silos, Dom Ismael Fernández de la Cuesta
Nocturne No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 9 No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Tamás Vásáry
Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K. 453: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Géza Anda, Camerata Salzburg
Prelude and Fugue in C (WTK, Book I, No. 1), BWV 846: Prelude and FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Trevor Pinnock
PivaJoan Ambrosio Dalza, Piffaro, Joan Kimball, Robert Wiemken
Music for the Royal Fireworks: Suite HWV 351: IV. La réjouissanceGeorge Frideric Handel, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Die Schöpfung Hob. XXI:2 / Dritter Teil: No. 32 Chor: "Singt dem Herren alle Stimmen"Joseph Haydn, Caroline Stormer, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Violin Concerto In D Major, Op. 35: I. Moderato nobileErich Wolfgang Korngold, Gil Shaham, London Symphony Orchestra, André Previn
The Planets, Op. 32: I. Mars, The Bringer Of WarGustav Holst, Philharmonia Orchestra, John Eliot Gardiner
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, CD 87aClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Ave Maria, "Ellens Gesang III", D839 - Arr. Ion MarinFranz Schubert, Cheryl Studer, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin
Die Walküre - Erster Tag des Bühnenfestspiels "Der Ring des Nibelungen" / Dritter Aufzug: Szene 1: "Hojotoho! Heiaha!"Richard Wagner, Linda Kelm, Marita Napier, Marilyn Mims, Diane Kesling, Anne Wilkens, Meredith Parsons, Ursula Engert, Reinhild Runkel, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 1: Prelude to Act 1 - ExcerptGeorges Bizet, Orchestre de l'Opéra National de Paris, Myung-Whun Chung